E299: A Coach’s Advice for Youth Sports Parents with PJ Thibodeau

PJ Thibodeau returns to the studio, and things get weird right out of the gate with funeral plans and taxidermy—two topics that somehow become intertwined. From there, Rick and PJ talk about embracing ADHD, PJ’s liberating approach to getting things done without lists, and their very strong opinions on keeping a calendar. Then PJ gets down to business with some perspective from his years coaching youth basketball: let kids play and have fun, work with coaches instead of against them, manage expectations, and encourage young athletes to play multiple sports rather than specialize too soon. About PJ Thibodeau: PJ Thibodeau is a veteran New England stand-up comic known for his sharp observations, storytelling, and ability to find the funny in everyday life. Away from the stage, he’s spent years coaching youth sports and working with young athletes and their families. He brings that experience to the conversation with plenty of humor and some genuinely useful perspective. Sponsored by Perez Martial Arts: Build confidence, discipline, and real-world skills through martial arts training for kids, teens, and adults. Visit perezmartialarts.com.